Whakatane District, Whakatane

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2480 days ago

Burglaries

Steph Rangi Reporter from Taupō Times

There has been a rise in theft and burglaries over the past week and a bit. We would like to talk to anyone who has had that experience.

Private message Taupō Times or email steph.rangi@fairfaxmedia.co.nz

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2485 days ago

Do you rent?

Reporter Taupō Times

We're exploring the Taupō rental market would love to hear
about what issues you'd like us to explore.

Renters:
> Is it harder to find a flat in Taupō than other similar-sized towns?
> Do you feel the rent has increased in Taupō in the last year?
> Are Taupō landlords … View more
We're exploring the Taupō rental market would love to hear
about what issues you'd like us to explore.

Renters:
> Is it harder to find a flat in Taupō than other similar-sized towns?
> Do you feel the rent has increased in Taupō in the last year?
> Are Taupō landlords reasonable?

If you own a rental property:
> What are the challenges you face as a landlord?
> What are the simple things tenants can do to respect the property or save you heaps of time?
> Do you / or have you considered putting rooms or your property up on AirBNB or similar?

Please comment below, private message us, or email robert.steven@fairfaxmedia.co.nz
Note: Comments may be used as part of a news story.

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2479 days ago

Community-led Development (CLD) workshops coming to a town near you!

Sarah Bichan from Inspiring Communities

Inspiring Communities, in collaboration with Exult, is excited to be bringing you the following workshops in 2018.

Workshop 1: Facilitating Community-led Change
This workshop will focus on useful approaches, processes and ideas for bringing and keeping groups and teams together, having … View more
Inspiring Communities, in collaboration with Exult, is excited to be bringing you the following workshops in 2018.

Workshop 1: Facilitating Community-led Change
This workshop will focus on useful approaches, processes and ideas for bringing and keeping groups and teams together, having conversations that really matter – and having FUN.
Coming to Auckland, Wellington & Tauranga

Workshop 2: Leading in Communities
This workshop explores frameworks and tools for thinking, acting and leading amidst complexity, where leadership is primarily about continuous learning on the job. 
Coming to Nelson, Taranaki & Wellington

Workshop 3: Connections and Collaboration
This workshop will help you to map and tap into the strengths of your wider community, assess your community relationships, apply tools to build and sustain stakeholder relationships.
Coming to Christchurch, Auckland & Whangarei

Check out our website for further details and to register: inspiringcommunities.org.nz...

2479 days ago

Super blue blood moon over New Zealand

Reporter Stuff

New Zealand is to experience its first super blue blood moon since 1866 overnight, but you'll have to get up in the middle of the night to witness the rare phenomenon.

Share your pics with Stuff in the comments (please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your … View more
New Zealand is to experience its first super blue blood moon since 1866 overnight, but you'll have to get up in the middle of the night to witness the rare phenomenon.

Share your pics with Stuff in the comments (please add "NFP/not for print" if you do not want your images/comments used on Stuff).

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2480 days ago

Join us for Salmonella Dub's 25th Anniversary!

Fuzen Entertainment

Hi neighbours, you're invited to Salmonella Dub's 25th Anniversary featuring the return of Tiki Taane! Join us for an afternoon in the sun to celebrate. Supporting acts incude Ladi6, Trinity Roots, L.A.B, Soulware, Sunshine Sound System and Laughton Kora and Dylan C.

Where: Owen … View more
Hi neighbours, you're invited to Salmonella Dub's 25th Anniversary featuring the return of Tiki Taane! Join us for an afternoon in the sun to celebrate. Supporting acts incude Ladi6, Trinity Roots, L.A.B, Soulware, Sunshine Sound System and Laughton Kora and Dylan C.

Where: Owen Delany Park, Taupo
When: 3rd of February, 2.00pm - 10.30pm

First 1500 people through the gate receive a FREE cd from Salmonella Dub's back catalogue!

Free return buses from Taupo iSite from 1.30pm.
Book your tickets here!

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2480 days ago

Accommodation avail for young couples on holiday work visas

Sally from Whakatane District

Hi everyone, if you have young staff from overseas looking for better accommodation, we are likely to have something very suitable. We can offer two double furnished rooms (one with a queen-sized bed, the other with a king/two singles). Flatmates also have their own shared lounge, kitchen, … View moreHi everyone, if you have young staff from overseas looking for better accommodation, we are likely to have something very suitable. We can offer two double furnished rooms (one with a queen-sized bed, the other with a king/two singles). Flatmates also have their own shared lounge, kitchen, bathrooms, dining area and balcony. Ideal for home cooks as they can use the main kitchen downstairs too.

Location is Henderson Street,, Whakatane
$240 per week includes power, unlimited fast internet and cleaner.

Phone/text Sally 021 245 6760 if you know anyone, just ask them to contact me directly.

2481 days ago

The Warehouse supporting Life Education Scratch ‘n Win campaign

The Warehouse New Zealand

The Warehouse is currently supporting Life Education Trust. Funds raised will support at risk children to attend the mobile classroom. Head into your local The Warehouse Store and pick up a scratch ‘n Win ticket or add a dollar or more to your transaction to show your support.

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2481 days ago

Children's Day is Sunday 4 March

The Team from Children's Day

Let's all get together and put tamariki first. Celebrate Children's Day in your community by organising an event. It can be anything, big or small. We have lots of ideas and tips to help. Register your event to receive a free pack of goodies for tamariki! Find out more!

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2482 days ago

And the winner is....

MTF Finance

MTF Finance would like to say a huge CONGRATULATIONS to Marc Duffin who is the winner of our 2018 HSBC NZ Sevens Family Pass! We hope you and your family have a blast. #mixitup7s How can MTF Finance help you?

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2482 days ago

Night school classes at Fraser ACE

Fraser High School

Fraser High School is the hub of Adult Learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 60 evening and weekend classes over 4 terms through the Adult and Community Education programme. Our classes are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer … View moreFraser High School is the hub of Adult Learning in Hamilton and the Waikato district. We offer over 60 evening and weekend classes over 4 terms through the Adult and Community Education programme. Our classes are very reasonably priced as we are supported by the Ministry of Education to offer interesting and useful short courses.

You can LOOK, BOOK and PAY online at www.fraserace.ac.nz or just call us on 07 846 8624. EASY!

Just a few clicks and you will be on a new learning adventure.
Find out more

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2483 days ago

Hospitality courses at NZMA can help get you a job!

NZMA

Create cocktails. Make great coffee.
 
Want to train in the hospitality sector? With NZMA we’ll teach you the skills and get you work ready so you can land a great job in the hospitality industry.
 
 You’ll study:
• in a real bar and gain work experience in a café
• receive … View more
Create cocktails. Make great coffee.
 
Want to train in the hospitality sector? With NZMA we’ll teach you the skills and get you work ready so you can land a great job in the hospitality industry.
 
 You’ll study:
• in a real bar and gain work experience in a café
• receive support and encouragement from your tutors
• graduate with a nationally recognised qualification

They have a dedicated employment team, NZMA Careers, who have relationships with over 100 reputable businesses throughout New Zealand. This is a large advantage to graduating students, as many of these employers are actively looking for potential employees.

NZMA has Free Study^ options available with 80% of their graduates go on to employment or higher study*
 
Come visit the Hamilton campus for a coffee and tour of our facilities.
 
Know anyone or want to enrol yourself? Courses start in February and March, so get in touch and enrol today
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*80% represents and average student outcome over twelve months in 2016 and 2017. Visit ‘Latest News’ on nzma.ac.nz for more details. ^’Free Study’ options terms and conditions apply.
Learn more

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2484 days ago

Get school sorted with New World

New World

New World’s got everything you need to get back to school sorted, with heaps of great deals instore now. Plus, check out newworld.co.nz for some legendary lunchbox ideas! Find out more

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